PEN HOLDER
Creator(s): Unknown
Currently in storage
About this object
The pen holder is made of silver which is engraved with simple floral motifs at one end, and has a linear design where it joins the nib. It holds a nib. The handle is carved from green and white jade, the white jade forming the end of the handle. The carving depicts a series of large flowers.
- Object name:
- PEN HOLDER
- Made from:
- Jade -- silver
- Made in:
- China
- Date made:
- Early 20th c.
- Size:
- 13.6 cm (5 5/16 in.)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 62.71
- Class:
- HARDSTONE
- Signature marks:
- MARK on silver holder: FARMER STERLING
- Credit line:
- Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973